MIT researchers show how estrogen protects women from the gastric inflammation that can lead to cancer. Several types of cancer, including stomach, liver and colon, are far more common in men than in women…
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The FDA has issued a white paper and a second warning about transvaginal placement of surgical mesh to repair pelvic organ prolapse, saying other options may expose women to less risk. Medscape Medical News
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Heterosexuals are the population hardest hit by HIV worldwide, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Medscape Medical News
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A study suggests a cancer diagnosis is more frequent for men. WebMD Health News
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The American Academy of Pediatrics issues a statement on the use of energy and sports drinks among children and teens. Medscape Orthopaedics
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Donald M. Berwick, MD, of the CMS talks about Partnership for Patients, a public-private coalition to prevent hospital complications and dramatically reduce patient errors. Government Perspectives on Healthcare
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Children exposed to tobacco smoke at home have an increased risk of having common neurobehavioral disorders, such as learning disabilities, conduct problems, and ADHD. Medscape Medical News
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Researchers argue that genetic testing for susceptibility to smoking-related diseases may help some to quit, or to personalize cessation methods, but traditional aids are likely to be more effective. Medscape Medical News
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(MedPage Today) — Proximity to fast-food restaurants encourages consumption of the typical high-fat, high-calorie offerings of these venues, but increasing access to supermarkets in low-income neighborhoods is not likely to reverse the swelling obesity epidemic, researchers cautioned.
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(MedPage Today) — When patients need to see specialists frequently, their primary care physicians often have trouble coordinating their overall care, researchers said.
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